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The pill, myths & realities: what you’re not (often) told
24 septembre 2025
By Ana Espino | Published on september 24, 2025 | 3 min read
#HormonalContraception #ReproductiveHealth #HealthMisinformation #Hormones
Long heralded as a major advance for women’s reproductive autonomy, hormonal contraception is increasingly questioned today—despite its well-established benefits. This skepticism is rooted in a specific climate of misinformation. Side effects, often poorly explained, are amplified, while the real benefits are downplayed. This climate of distrust is all the more concerning as even some healthcare professionals, unintentionally, contribute to spreading misconceptions—due to outdated training or insufficient communication.
#HormonalContraception #ReproductiveHealth #HealthMisinformation #Hormones
Long heralded as a major advance for women’s reproductive autonomy, hormonal contraception is increasingly questioned today—despite its well-established benefits. This skepticism is rooted in a specific climate of misinformation. Side effects, often poorly explained, are amplified, while the real benefits are downplayed. This climate of distrust is all the more concerning as even some healthcare professionals, unintentionally, contribute to spreading misconceptions—due to outdated training or insufficient communication.
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Scientific reference
Black, K. I., et al. (2025). Common myths and misconceptions surrounding hormonal contraception. Best Practice & Research Clinical Obstetrics & Gynaecology, 98, 102573
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